53 Easy and Delicious Air Fryer Recipes

When we think about all of the reasons to love the air fryer, versatility is always at the top of our list. You can use it to make easy appetizers, dinnertime mains, veggies to serve alongside and even chocolate chip cookies for dessert. And, although not everything made in the air fryer is automatically healthy, plenty of your favorites can be made with less fat and oil by utilizing this smart countertop appliance. You’ll be surprised at how many different foods you can make in it. You can’t go wrong with any of the recipes in this roundup but these kid-friendly chicken fingers are a good place to start. They’re a healthier alternative to the ones you order from your local pizzeria — and guaranteed to please young and old alike.

The perfect one-pot meal: Salmon is brushed with a simple teriyaki glaze and cooked to perfection atop broccoli florets. And thanks to the air fryer, it's ready in a snap, with no lingering fishy smell.

That thicker cuts, like sirloin, are best in an air fryer — they turn nice and browned on the outside without overcooking.

Skip the deep-fryer and forget soggy oven chicken wings. The air fryer offers the best of both worlds for crispy wings without extra fat!